"The Benhomer Risser well, located southeast of Johnson Corners, about 30 miles from Watford City, was the first commercially producing oil well in McKenzie County. It came in on April 13, 1952, and produced over a period of 38 years." Benhomer Risser No. 1 spudded in McKenzie County August 8, 1951. Completed as first producer in McKenzie County March 29, 1952.

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"The Benhomer Risser well, located southeast of Johnson Corners, about 30 miles from Watford City, was the first commercially producing oil well in McKenzie County. It came in on April 13, 1952, and produced over a period of 38 years." Benhomer Risser No. 1 spudded in McKenzie County August 8, 1951. Completed as first producer in McKenzie County March 29, 1952.